The speaker, Isaac Lidsky, examines human perception and the unattainable desires, which always form our thoughts. Our judgment is based on what we see, for instance, one is likely to pair a behavior with what is generally known about a phenomenon. In this aspect, we pay little or no attention to reality instead of creating our own reality out of what we see. Lidsky recognizes his blindness and assumes it as a blessing, a tool within which he realizes a vision, and manipulates strategies that ensure his leadership success.
After going through the video, I learned that what we see is a unique, personal, and virtual reality masterfully constructed by our brain. Additionally, sight illusion is compelling, as the sight’s experience depends on our understanding of the world, memories, emotions, opinions, psychological attention, and other knowledge (Lidsky). Eyes are instrumental to us, and what we see is a complex personal mental construction, creating reality, and we are forced to believe it. Our perception of the world around us may keep us in fear. For example, the speaker uses his blindness as a strengthening tool. He used to confront his own reality, living a miserable and unmarkable life, based on the perception that people living with disabilities often face challenges, including limited opportunities for prospects. Personal judgment about fate, luck, success, fear, and abilities are internal constructions confronted through determination, discipline, and internal recognition of strengths and weaknesses.
I will apply logical reasoning and proper analysis of my strengths and weaknesses to recognize them and explore the possible opportunities these two may subject me to. Generalization about a phenomenon or a condition should not distort reality, and any decision taken should be based on a critical analysis of all factors involved without personal biases.
Work Cited
Lidsky, Isaac. “Transcript of “What Reality Are You Creating for Yourself?” TED: Ideas Worth Spreading, Web.